Print Production Foundation (VCDP 1251)
Students will explore the life cycle of a print job while applying industry standard design software tools, such as InDesign and Acrobat Professional. Terminology of the printing process, as well as identifying classifications of paper, printing methods, and sourcing suppliers, are emphasized to help students understand layout and design strategies. Through practical assignments and a tour of a local print shop, students will learn to create, check, and export designs to PDF for examination inside Acrobat Professional and to print successfully.
Course code: VCDP 1251
Credits: 3.0
Tuition: $0*
Length: 56 hours
Prerequisites
Students must be enrolled in the Visual Communications Design Diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.0 (60%)
Schedule†
VCDP 1251 schedule for programs:
- GRDD
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
| CRN # | Instructor | Dates | Day/Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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43357
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Spitz, Ashlea |
05-Feb-2020
to 26-Feb-2020 |
Wed | 9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m | Spitz, Ashlea |
| 43357 VCC Downtown Campus |
06-Feb-2020
to 28-Feb-2020 |
Thu, Fri | 9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m | ||
| 43357 VCC Downtown Campus |
06-Feb-2020
to 27-Feb-2020 |
Thu | 2:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m | ||
|
61603
|
McKinley, Andrew |
03-Jun-2020
to 24-Jun-2020 |
Wed | 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m | McKinley, Andrew |
| 61603 VCC Downtown Campus |
04-Jun-2020
to 26-Jun-2020 |
Thu, Fri | 9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m | ||
| 61603 VCC Downtown Campus |
04-Jun-2020
to 25-Jun-2020 |
Thu | 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m |
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Additional Information
What you will learn
- Print production process
- Colour separations
- Colour management and ICC profiles
- Trim, art and bleed considerations
- Preflight process
- Differences and implications between PDF/X standards
- Classifications of paper
- Job estimates and specifications
- Transparency, resolutions, links, fonts, colour space, ink manager, PDF/X, trim and bleed, object inspector and overprint preview techniques
How do I apply for this course?
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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